Santa Barbara, CA 93106
(805) 893-2881
www.ucsb.edu

Undergraduate population: 17,000
Hispanic students: 14%
Type of school: public
Setting: suburban
Tuition: $3,800 (in-state); $14,000 (out-of-state)
Most popular majors: business economics, biological sciences, psychology, sociology.

Students at the University of California–Santa Barbara rave about their college experience, which is not
surprising, since the campus even has its own beach. All the while, however, they’re attaining a superb education, as the school is ranked #45 in America’s Best Colleges. An extensive study-abroad program offers students a choice of nearly 100 host universities worldwide. UCSB offers Chicano studies as well as Latin American and Iberian studies; and Latino student groups include the César Chávez Memorial Committee, RAZA, MUJER, and La Prensa Unida, which publishes a newspaper with a Hispanic perspective.

Box 870112
Tempe, AZ 85287-0112
(602) 965-7788
www.asu.edu

Undergraduate population: 26,000
Hispanic students: 11%
Type of school: public
Setting: suburban
Tuition & fees: $2,261 (in-state), $9,000 (out-of-state)
Most popular majors: business, elementary education, psychology, communication.

On a campus that has been likened to a country club, you’ll find Arizona State University’s nine undergraduate schools, which include education, social work, nursing, architecture, engineering, and fine arts. In addition to its ranking in the third tier of America’s Best Colleges, ASU has been commended for a strong faculty that cares about student needs. A prestigious Honors College offers 1,000 students a more intensive and challenging academic experience. ASU’s Latino student groups include the Hispanic Greek Council, El Concilio, several fraternities and sororities; and Chicano
studies are offered.

P.O. Box 750296
Dallas, TX 75275-0296
(214) 768-2058
www.smu.edu

Undergraduate population: 5,000
Hispanic students: 9%
Type of school: private
Setting: suburban
Tuition & fees: $18,500
Most popular majors: general business, psychology, finance.
Earning a spot on the second tier of America’s Best Colleges, SMU is distinguished by strong pre-professional programs, including business and management; engineering and applied science; fine arts; and humanities and science. Its location in Dallas is perhaps one of the reasons students call SMU “serious fun.” Both Latin American and Mexican American studies are available, and students can join groups such as Alpha Psi Lambda, a coeducational Latino fraternity.

University Park
Los Angeles, CA 90089-1111
(213) 740-1111
www.usc.edu

Undergraduate population: 14,800
Hispanic students: 15%
Type of school: private
Setting: urban
Tuition & fees: $23,000
Most popular majors:
business, social science, engineering, natural
science, communications.

The University of California is ranked #35 in America’s Best Colleges and its film school is one of country’s best. That’s one benefit of its Los Angeles setting. The city also offers students their choice of social activities, from museums and opera to theater and nightclubs. USC offers, in addition to Chicano and Latino studies, a program on Southern California that addresses many issues relevant to the Latino community. Student groups include MEChA, the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers, and an active Greek system.

P.O. Box 248025
Coral Gables, FL 33124-4616
(305) 284-4323, 284-2211
www.miami.edu

Undergraduate population: 7,700
Hispanic students: 30%
Type of school: private
Setting: suburban
Tuition & fees: $21,400
Most popular majors:
business administration, biology, psychology.

Many University of Miami students can be found
studying on the campus lawn under palm trees, but there’s definitely work to be done. Ranked in the second tier of America’s Best Colleges, UM is composed of nine schools, including architecture, arts and sciences, business administration, communication, education, engineering, international studies, music, and marine science. Through intensive dual-degree programs in medicine, law, business and engineering, highly motivated students can save time in reaching career goals. All the while, students can enjoy Miami’s sunshine and nightlife.